V60
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
Why Specialty Brewers Love the HARIO V60 Filter
The HARIO V60’s cone shape, large hole, and spiral ridges let you control flow rate and extraction for cleaner, brighter coffee flavors.
How Acidity and Sweetness Differ in Pour-Over vs French Press Coffee
Pour-over highlights more acidity, while French press extracts more sweetness. Learn why and how each method affects flavor balance.
Clean Cup vs. Clarity in Pour-Over vs. French Press
Pour-over isn't always cleaner than French press. True cleanliness means balanced flavor with minimal off-notes—here’s what really matters.
Pour-Over vs French Press: Extraction Basics Compared
How grind size, brew time, and water ratio shape flavor in pour-over and French press coffee. Practical insights for everyday brewing.
The Basic Science Behind Great Pour-Over Coffee
Learn what makes pour-over coffee taste good — from water flow and temperature to grind size and roast level.
Pour-Over Coffee: The Correct Extraction Principle
Learn why your pour-over must slow down over time—starting fast risks over-extraction and bad flavors. Here’s the science behind smooth brews.
How Grind Size and Water Flow Control Your Pour-Over Coffee
Grind size, water flow, and agitation dictate your pour-over’s flavor. Learn how to manage these variables for consistent, balanced extractions.
Under-Extracted vs Over-Extracted Pour-Over Coffee Explained
Learn what causes under-extracted or over-extracted pour-over coffee with a simple experiment showing how water amount affects extraction quality.
How Pour-Over Coffee Extraction Actually Works
Learn why extraction order matters: aromatic compounds dissolve first, flaws later. Here’s how to pull out the best and avoid the worst.
Pour-Over Coffee: Tools, Timing & Technique Tips
Learn the optimal water temp, grind size, and 3-phase pouring method for better pour-over results, straight from a Guangzhou coffee workshop.
How to Pour Over Coffee: Step-by-Step Notes from Guangzhou's First Workshop
Learn the full pour-over process from Guangzhou’s Hailan Coffee workshop, including bloom, transitions, and drawdown steps with exact water amounts and techniques.
How to Choose a Hand Grinder for Better Pour-Over Coffee
A well-designed hand grinder like the Zassenhaus Mokka delivers even grinds for cleaner extraction. Avoid cheap mills that produce too many fines.
How Filter Paper Type Affects Pour-Over Coffee Flavor
Three filter types—bleached, unbleached, and cloth—affect coffee clarity, body, and aftertaste. See which gives the cleanest cup.
Bloom or No Bloom? How Pre-Wetting Changes Pour-Over Extraction
Bloom improves extraction by releasing trapped gases and pre-saturating coffee grounds. Skipping it leads to uneven, under-extracted cups. Here’s why.
How to Brew with KalitaWave: A Flat-Bottom Pour-Over Guide
Learn how to use the Japanese KalitaWave dripper with its unique flat-bottom design for balanced, full extraction in your pour-over coffee.
Siphon vs Pour-Over: Key Differences in Coffee Brewing
Learn how siphon and pour-over brewing differ in extraction, flavor, and body — with data on extraction rates and taste profiles.
How Acaia Scales Help Perfect Your Pour-Over Coffee
An Acaia smart scale tracks brew variables like flow rate, timing, and ratio—key for repeatable, data-backed pour-over results.
How to Use Filter Paper in Pour-Over Brewing
Learn how to properly fold and use filter paper in pour-over brewing, including coffee-to-water ratios and step-by-step setup for beginners.
Why Every Pour-Over Setup Needs a Kitchen Scale
A kitchen scale ensures consistent pour-over results by measuring coffee and water accurately. Here’s why precision brewing starts with your scale.
How to Make Pour-Over Coffee: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn the essential steps to brew excellent pour-over coffee at home, including bloom, grind size, water temperature, and brewing technique.